June 21, 2017

I’ve had my hair long the majority of my life, although it can be a beast to tame and maintain! I’m due for a cut and I’m tempted to chop it all off since Azelie loves to yank it every time I pick her up! Ouch. I feel most like myself when it is longer though, so I continue to hunt for products that don’t cause greasy or dull lifeless hair. I had to try several items before finding some that helped restore it’s natural wave, but also allowed it to grow out after all of the post-baby hair loss! Here are some things that have been really effective for me…..

BeautyCounter Daily Shampoo + Daily Conditioner – There aren’t many safe ingredient shampoos out there, but also the ones I tried previously still left my hair feeling a little greasy or flat. This combination has pur plant botanicals that help get rid of build up while also infusing moisture and shine. The citrus scent is really nice. The conditioner contains marula and mongongo oils that help smooth and add shine so I really noticed my waves come back after just a few uses of this combo! I never wanted to pay more than $10 for shampoo, but after reading about how many of the ingredients added to shampoos are absorbed through our scalp I wanted to search for a healthier option. Using a clean ingredient shampoo also allows you to go longer in between washes so the supply stretches farther as well.

Scalp massage with lavender oil+ Vitamins– Massaging your scalp helps blood flow and circulation which promotes healthy hair growth. I use a little DoTerra lavender oil in my shampoo every so often to massage into my scalp which helps with post pregnancy hair! I also take daily essential oil vitamins and hair vitamins. I was sent a sample of Hum Vitamins that is loaded with vitamin E, and I noticed a halt in my postpartum hair loss, so I will probably order more of those!

Kerastase Restorative Hair Masque – This is a pricier hair masque so I ordered the small container and use it sparingly! It gives incredibly soft and silky results although I am afraid to look up the ingredients. Does anyone know if Kerastase products are ok? I’ll update if I find out:)

Side note – for added volume boost if I didn’t wash my hair that day, I use a sea salt spray! Smells divine too.

HAIR CARE GIVEAWAY

I’m giving away 3 BeautyCounter Shampoo and Conditioner Sets!

TO ENTER:

1.Leave a comment on the blog post.

2. You can get an extra entry for pinning a blog image on pinterest, and commenting with the pin link.

That’s it! I will be drawing the winners via random.org at the end of the week!

*I joined BeautyCounter because I fell head over heels for the way their products worked for my hair and skin. I will only share what I really love, and be honest about how they work! If you have any questions about them or want to consider also joining my team, feel free to email me! BeautyCounter is launching a whole line of hair products this fall that I am anxiously awaiting!

Love this, Anna! I’ve been using Aveda shampoo for years – it’s the only thing I’ve found that works on my sensitive scalp. But I’m not wild about their conditioners, so I’d love to try BeautyCounter’s!

My hair has been in crisis mode, and I’m on the hunt for good clean hair products that will help repair it. I’ve chopped off a lot in hopes that it will help, and it has, but nourishing what i do have is top priority now.

I tried to switch to a safer shampoo so many times but nothing seemed to work for my hair. Thank you for letting us know about your experience with Beauty Counter products, I’m going to give them a try!

I’m so interested about these products! My hair’s texture has changed drastically after having a baby and I’m in need of some help. This is giving me hope! I will certainly check them out! Thanks for the info!

I’m super interested in trying Beauty Counter’s shampoo/conditioner as I have yet to find a safe option that really works well. Plus I’m about to have my second baby and I am trying to emotionally prepare for my hair volume halving D: thanks for this info!

I would love to try these! Been trying to transfer over to cleaner products for both beauty and home for some time… when one runs out I try to buy a cleaner alternative…. thought I was doing ok until I downloaded that app you suggested “Think Dirty”…. Wow eye opener…. now I’m compulsively scanning everything 🙈 Thanks for all your great tips!

I’ve always had long hair, but a few months ago I decided to cut it off above my shoulders. I was in love with my haircut and I still love my short hair, but I miss my long hair. I’m growing it out again and would love to use this to keep it healthy and smooth.https://www.pinterest.com/pin/389068855298657461/

I have been considering joining Beautycounter for a year- I love everything I have tried! So excited to hear that the shampoo and conditioner work great too! I haven’t found any “clean” shampoo that I love.

I’m trying to keep my hair long as well. I, too feel more myself with longer hair. But saying that, I find that as I get older, my hair gets drier and breaks more easily. Thanks for the chance to win such clean products!

Ugh, I can relate to weird postpartum hair!! I cut mine because it was too much to deal with with two babies under 2, but I really want to grow it again! Your hair is gorgeous. Thanks for making me think about what’s in my products! Have already switched household & baby stuff but not hair & beauty!

Your hair always looks beautiful to me. I just cut off my hair to shoulder length yesterday and it feels great. I would love to try this as I have lost a lot of hair due to a health issue and it sounds like this would be a really good alternative for my hair. Thanks

I go back and forth about cutting my hair, too. We just moved to South Carolina and the heat + humidity means I want to wear my hair up all the time. But I like my hair longer, so I haven’t cut it off.